“Dear Paul, Julie, Casey, and Paul Andrew, We are so saddened to hear of Cathie's passing. She was a beautiful person with a generous heart, and her...Read More »
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3 of 36 | Posted by: Susan Kelley - Holden, MA

“To the Burgholzer and Ninos Families, Our heartfelt condolences to you for the loss of Cat. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With...Read More »
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5 of 36 | Posted by: John and Sheryl Barry - MA

“What is a Sister? What is a sister? Someone to laugh with. Someone to get you into trouble. Someone to help and guide you. Someone to teach...Read More »
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6 of 36 | Posted by: Bill & Lisa Devereaux - Leicester, MA

“Dear Paul, Julie, Casey and Paul, I was fortunate enough to work with your wife/mom for several years at Paton School. I, too, was always amazed...Read More »
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8 of 36 | Posted by: Wendy Bell - Grafton, MA

“Dear Paul, Casey, Julie, and Paul Andrew I am so very sorry for the loss of a your wife/mother. Cathie was beautiful person who constantly thought...Read More »
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9 of 36 | Posted by: Amy Smith - Holden, MA

“Dear Anne,Steve and family, our hearts reach out to you in Sympathy and Friendship during this very difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and...Read More »
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10 of 36 | Posted by: Marian Kirley - Sykesville, MD

“Dear Burgholzer Family, I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your loving memories, and in knowing that God is "near to those that are...Read More »
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11 of 36 | Posted by: valerie thompson - MA

“The ladies of the Holden Woman's Club extend sincere sympathy to Casey and to her family.
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12 of 36 | Posted by: Mary Therese Vargas, HWC President - MA

“Dear Paul and children, I was very lucky to call your mother my friend. She was a very special lady. We shared many laughs and stories together. ...Read More »
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14 of 36 | Posted by: Anne Monopoli - Shrewsbury, MA

“Dear Paul, Julie, Casey and Paul Andrew, We are so sorry for the loss of your wife/mother. I will never forget how she spoke of you Paul as her best...Read More »
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15 of 36 | Posted by: Ali McDonald - Auburn, MA

“Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on this sad day. May she rest in peace.
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16 of 36 | Posted by: Thomas&MonicaStephen - AZ

“Dear Paul and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. With my deepest sympathy, ...Read More »
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17 of 36 | Posted by: Mary Jane Zammiello - Shelton, CT

“Paul and family: So sorry for your loss and heavy hearts. Our love and prayers are with you now and always. Joe Potter and family IntelliNET...Read More »
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18 of 36 | Posted by: Joe Potter - Southbury, CT

“Paul Edward: So sorry. I only wish I had been closer to the both of you. I share your sorrow and loneliness. Be strong, although life will never...Read More »
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20 of 36 | Posted by: chauncey smith - plainville, MA

“Cathy will be missed so much here in Shrewsbury, her smile would light up our hallways. She always asked how others were doing before ever sharing...Read More »
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24 of 36 | Posted by: Kim Nikula - MA

“Dear Paul, Julie, Casey and Paul, I am honored to have had the chance to work with your Wife/Mom at Paton School. I always enjoyed hearing her calm...Read More »
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25 of 36 | Posted by: Ann Early - shrewsbury, MA

“My heart goes out to you during this time of great loss. May your love for each other provide strength for the family in the days ahead.
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26 of 36 | Posted by: Fred Bennett - Holden, MA

“Sam, Aristia and boys; We're so sorry to hear this news. If there is anything you need at all, at any time, please let us know. Chris, Art and...Read More »
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27 of 36 | Posted by: The Belmontes - Charlton, MA

“Dear Paul, Julie, Casey and Paul, It was truly an honor and privilege to work with Cathie at Coolidge. She was a great role model for all the...Read More »
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28 of 36 | Posted by: Kelly Finneran - Shrewsbury, MA

“Dear Burgholzer family, I have had the extreme pleasure of working with Cathie since she became a health teacher in Shrewsbury. I was often...Read More »
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29 of 36 | Posted by: Sharon Lorah - Southboro, MA

“Dear Paul, Julie, Casey and Paul, I feel very blessed to have worked with your wife and mom for the past few years. We shared many stories of our...Read More »
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30 of 36 | Posted by: Laura Stacey - Shrewsbury, MA

“Dear Paul, Julie, Casey & Paul, Cathy was a wonderful, special person. Arthur has many, many fond memories of growing up with the Cathy and the...Read More »
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31 of 36 | Posted by: Lucine Zikos - Sturbridge, MA

“Dear Paul, Julie, Casey and Paul Andrew: I can't tell you how sad I am to lose your mother's friendship. She is a very special woman. I know that...Read More »
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32 of 36 | Posted by: Jayne Wilkin - Holden, MA

“Paul, Julie, Casey and Paul, We cannot begin to express how blessed we feel to have had the opportunity to know your wife/mother. Not only was she...Read More »
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33 of 36 | Posted by: The Gauthier Family - Holden, MA

“Dear Paul, Julie, Casey and Paul Andrew, How sorry we are over the loss of your beautiful Mom. As Joanne's sister, who was her best friend, I have...Read More »
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34 of 36 | Posted by: Gary and Linda Peters - MA

“Paul is there nothing I can think of to say besides how much I wish it was not so. See you later this week.
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35 of 36 | Posted by: Blackman - killington, VT

HOLDEN – Catherine (Ninos) Burgholzer, 52, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, May 1, 2011. She is survived by her loving husband of 27 years, Paul E. Burgholzer; her children, Julie Ann, Casey Lee, and Paul Andrew Burgholzer; her mother, Paraskevi "Patricia" Ninos of Holden; a sister, Anne Malkasian and her husband Steven of Paxton; her twin, Maria Drosidis and her husband Phil of Worcester; a brother, Sam Ninos and his wife Aristia of Charlton; 19 nieces and nephews. Catherine was the daughter of the late Stavros S. Ninos, and was born and raised in Worcester. She lived in Holden for the last 18 years. Catherine graduated from Doherty Memorial High School in 1976, Westfield State College in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science Degree, received her Paralegal certificate from Assumption College in 1982, and a Masters Degree in Health Education from Worcester State College in 2000. She was captain of the gymnastic team in high school and college, competing in local and state competitions. As a paralegal, she specialized in real estate at various law firms working both in Worcester and Boston. She was a member of St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Worcester. Her many hobbies and interests included traveling, taking pictures, biking, skiing, golfing, yoga, and floral design. Most recently, she taught Health Education at the Coolidge and Paton Elementary Schools in Shrewsbury and Adaptive Physical Education throughout the Shrewsbury school district. Catherine truly enjoyed all of her students and all of her colleagues that she worked with over the years. Her family would like to express deep appreciation and gratitude to her many friends who showed so much care and compassion for Catherine during her illness. Catherine's most intense passion was being a devoted and loving mother to her three wonderful children: Julie, Casey and Paul. Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 5th in the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street (Rte. 122A), Holden. A Trisagion Service will be held during calling hours. A funeral service will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 6th, in St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 102 Russell Street, Worcester. All attending the funeral service are respectfully requested to go directly to the Cathedral. Burial services will be private in Grove Cemetery, Holden, and will be for the immediate family only. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Cathedral Family Center (in memory of Catherine and the Ninos Family), 102 Russell Street, Worcester, MA 01609. To share a memory or offer a condolence please visit, www.milesfuneralhome.com

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St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 102 Russell Street, Worceter, MA 01609Funeral Service for Catherine Burgholzerhttp://www.tributes.com/show/Catherine-Burgholzer-91369058#serviceshttp://www.tributes.com/obituary/get_ics/91369058?service=929331&tr=All attending the funeral service are respectfully requested to go directly to the Cathedral.

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My condolences to Paul and family. Cathy will remain forever in the hearts of those close to her. She was a very special lady.

Posted by: Donna Saide - Columbus, OH May 07, 2011

Dear Burgholzer Family, I am so sorry for your family's loss. My thoughts are with Paul and your entire family.

Posted by: Angela Colwell-Arbour - Holden, MA May 06, 2011

Dear Paul, Julie, Casey, and Paul Andrew, We are so saddened to hear of Cathie's passing. She was a beautiful person with a generous heart, and her smile will be greatly missed. I will come to you in the silence I will lift you from all your fear You will hear My voice I claim you as My choice Be still, and know I am near.

Posted by: Susan Kelley - Holden, MA May 06, 2011

The Burgholzer Family, We are so sorry for your loss; please accept our sincere and deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, The Dovidio Family

Posted by: Terri Dovidio - Somerville/Hull, MA May 05, 2011

To the Burgholzer and Ninos Families, Our heartfelt condolences to you for the loss of Cat. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy,

Posted by: John and Sheryl Barry - Shrewsbury, MA May 05, 2011

What is a Sister? What is a sister? Someone to laugh with. Someone to get you into trouble. Someone to help and guide you. Someone to teach and embarrass you. She’s someone to go to with problems and to talk about your day. And when you feel alone and lost She’s there to guide your way.

Dear Paul, Julie, Casey and Paul, I was fortunate enough to work with your wife/mom for several years at Paton School. I, too, was always amazed at her gentle, calm demeanor with the children. She loved to share personal stories of her children and family and the students always seemed to connect with her well. Cathie always began every conversation with me asking about my children. She took special interest in my twin daughters, always sharing her own stories about

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Dear Paul, Julie, Casey and Paul, I was fortunate enough to work with your wife/mom for several years at Paton School. I, too, was always amazed at her gentle, calm demeanor with the children. She loved to share personal stories of her children and family and the students always seemed to connect with her well. Cathie always began every conversation with me asking about my children. She took special interest in my twin daughters, always sharing her own stories about growing up as a twin. Hold on to the many wonderful memories, smiles, and lessons that Cathie gave you. Thank you for sharing her with us.

Posted by: Wendy Bell - Grafton, MA May 05, 2011

Dear Paul, Casey, Julie, and Paul Andrew I am so very sorry for the loss of a your wife/mother. Cathie was beautiful person who constantly thought of others before herself. I will never forget when she brought me flowers when I lost my dear friend, Susan Lane. Cathie touched so many lives with her kindness. I worked with Cathie for many years in Shrewsbury. May you find comfort in knowing she loved you with all her heart. God Bless you All.

Posted by: Amy Smith - Holden, MA May 05, 2011

Dear Anne,Steve and family, our hearts reach out to you in Sympathy and Friendship during this very difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, The Kirley Family

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